Do you know what “Constitutional Carry” really means for the citizens of Tennessee? As of July 1, 2021, Tennessee enacted legislation regarding possession of firearms that most referred to as the catchy but misleading title of “Constitutional Carry”. The Tennessee legislature, with the signature of Governor Lee, signed into law changes to the already existing [...]
Frank Lannom was honored to once again be on the faculty of the Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Attorney's Annual DUI Seminar held in New Orleans. The All Star faculty came from all over Tennessee and multiple other states and included Rob McKinney, Doug Aaron, Steve Oberman and others. If you're in need of representation, [...]
Lebanon attorney Frank Lannom has been elected president of the Tennessee Association for Criminal Defense Lawyers, as reported in The Wilson Post. “It was TACDL with its training, teaching and mentorship of young lawyers that propelled me to where I am today,” Lannom said in a news release from the organization. “I will continue to [...]
Criminal Defense Attorney Frank Lannom Driving While Impaired The common procedure for DUI questioning and arrest involves the question “Have you taken a drug prior to driving?”. Given the widespread use of anti-depressants, many drivers will volunteer the use of commonly prescribed drugs such as Paxil, Zoloft, and Lexapro. Charging officers and Prosecutors [...]
I resolved a motorcycle accident death case last week with a lovely family from Macon County. They lost a husband and a father due to the negligence of the driver who ran into the rider. As is often the case, the amount of the recovery is limited the amount of available insurance. While the driver [...]
Criminal Defense Attorney Frank Lannom How a BUI Differs from a DUI In Tennessee, a charge of Boating Under the Influence (BUI) shares many features with a charge of Driving Under the Influence (DUI). However, there are also many differences and knowing your rights and responsibilities while boating is crucial to maintaining your [...]
Does a suspected DUI deny your rights to your own body? Unfortunately, yes, in Tennessee it does. That's why an experienced Tennessee DUI attorney is so important if you've been charged. Big changes have occurred in the last few years over who can be required to submit a blood test when accused of DUI. The [...]
COVID-19 and You – How is the Corona Virus Affecting Your Criminal Case? The Supreme Court of Tennessee has issued an order effective through the end of March that cancels court for almost everybody. There are some exceptions, but for most people this means that they will not be appearing in court until at least [...]
What are your rights as a surviving spouse in Tennessee? When your spouse passes, the following days, weeks, and months can be insurmountable with stress and grief without having to deal with the many other obstacles that awaits you. Once a spouse passes, the creditors will begin to come forward, you may have family members [...]
Melanie and I are thrilled with the results of our days-long argument in front of Hamilton County Judge Don Poole. Our client, Billy Hawks, was convicted of 1st degree murder in 2015 and sentenced to life in prison. We were retained to argue for the decision to be overthrown and, in our review of the [...]
